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.&GIII RLY City of Beverly Hills Planning Division 455 N. Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, CA 90210 TEL. (310) 285-1141 FAX. (310) 858-5966 Design Review Commission Report Meeting Date: Thursday, September 3, 2015 Subject: Project Applicant: DKG Development LLC Recommendation: Conduct public hearing and provide the applicant with an approval. REPORT SUMMARY The applicant is requesting approval for a revision to a previously approved Design Review Permit granted to construct a second story addition and façade remodel to an existing one-story single-family residence in the Central Area of the City, north of Santa Monica Boulevard. The proposed style is identified by the applicant French Revival Style; however, since the project does not adhere to a pure architectural style, the project is before the Commission for review. DESIGN ANALYSIS Based on a review conducted by the Urban Design Team, the overall design appears to be internally consistent; however the garage door may be better suited to be a rectangular shape to deemphasize the garage opening. In addition, the panel element below the windows is not carried through to the windows above the garage door and which could help also to draw attention away from the garage. Staff has not included project-specific conditions of approval related to these comments but the Commission may wish to consider these comments during their review and analysis of the project. It should be noted that a new landscape plan has also been submitted for approval. The landscape plan sheets are not consistent with each other and it is not clear that the Applicant has included two minimum 48” box evergreen canopy trees in the design. A project-specific condition has been added to the draft approval resolution (Attachment D) regarding this recommended requirement. ZONING CODE COMPLIANCE Applications for design review are preliminarily evaluated for compliance with the zoning code. Applicants are encouraged and have the option of requesting a comprehensive review separate and apart from this application. Formal compliance review will occur when a building permit application is filed (plan check). The applicant has been advised that changes during plan check may require revisions and subsequent approval from the Design Review Commission or staff, as appropriate. Attachment(s): A. Detailed Design Description and Materials (Applicant Prepared) B. Project Design Plans C. DRAFT Approval Resolution Report Author and Contact Information: Georgana Millican, Associate Planner (310) 285-1121 [email protected] 718 North Roxbury Drive (PL1512989) A request for an R-1 Design Review Permit to allow for the construction of a second story along with a façade remodel to an existing one-story single-family residence located in the Central Area of the City north of Santa Monica Boulevard. The Commission will also consider adoption of a Categorical Exemption, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act.
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RLYCity of Beverly Hills

Planning Division455 N. Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, CA 90210

TEL. (310) 285-1141 FAX. (310) 858-5966

Design Review Commission Report

Meeting Date: Thursday, September 3, 2015

Subject:

Project Applicant: DKG Development LLC

Recommendation: Conduct public hearing and provide the applicant with an approval.

REPORT SUMMARYThe applicant is requesting approval for a revision to a previously approved Design Review Permitgranted to construct a second story addition and façade remodel to an existing one-story single-familyresidence in the Central Area of the City, north of Santa Monica Boulevard. The proposed style isidentified by the applicant French Revival Style; however, since the project does not adhere to a purearchitectural style, the project is before the Commission for review.

DESIGN ANALYSISBased on a review conducted by the Urban Design Team, the overall design appears to be internallyconsistent; however the garage door may be better suited to be a rectangular shape to deemphasize thegarage opening. In addition, the panel element below the windows is not carried through to thewindows above the garage door and which could help also to draw attention away from the garage.Staff has not included project-specific conditions of approval related to these comments but theCommission may wish to consider these comments during their review and analysis of the project.

It should be noted that a new landscape plan has also been submitted for approval. The landscape plansheets are not consistent with each other and it is not clear that the Applicant has included twominimum 48” box evergreen canopy trees in the design. A project-specific condition has been added tothe draft approval resolution (Attachment D) regarding this recommended requirement.

ZONING CODE COMPLIANCEApplications for design review are preliminarily evaluated for compliance with the zoning code.Applicants are encouraged and have the option of requesting a comprehensive review separate andapart from this application. Formal compliance review will occur when a building permit application isfiled (plan check). The applicant has been advised that changes during plan check may require revisionsand subsequent approval from the Design Review Commission or staff, as appropriate.

Attachment(s):A. Detailed Design Description and Materials (Applicant Prepared)B. Project Design PlansC. DRAFT Approval Resolution

Report Author and Contact Information:Georgana Millican, Associate Planner

(310) 285-1121

[email protected]

718 North Roxbury Drive (PL1512989)A request for an R-1 Design Review Permit to allow for the construction of a secondstory along with a façade remodel to an existing one-story single-family residencelocated in the Central Area of the City north of Santa Monica Boulevard. TheCommission will also consider adoption of a Categorical Exemption, pursuant to theCalifornia Environmental Quality Act.

Design Review Commission Report455 North Rexford Drive

September 3, 2015

ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTThe subject project has been reviewed pursuant to the provisions set forth in the CaliforniaEnvironmental Quality Act (CEQA — Public Resource Code Sections 21000, et seq.), the State CEQAGuidelines (California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Sections 15000 et seq.), and the city’s local CEQAGuidelines. The subject project is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) ofthe State CEQA Guidelines in that the project includes the review of building design, colors and materialsto the façade of the building, front yard landscaping or minor low-scaled accessory structures, such asfences or walls. It can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the subject activity couldresult in a significant effect on the environment.

Prior to the filing of the original Design Review application for the project, the existing single familyresidence on the site was reviewed and found to be a potential historic resource designed by a partylisted on the City’s Master Architect list (Paul Laszlo). Pursuant to BHMC §10-3-3218, any work involvinga change in design, material, or appearance proposed on a property forty five (45) years or older anddesigned by a person listed on the city’s list of master architects shall be subject to a thirty (30) dayholding period prior to the issuance of permits. If, after the expiration of the final period of time to act,the City Council has not taken an action on the application or initiation to designate, then any pendingpermit(s) may be issued and demolition, alteration, or relocation of the property may proceed (BHMC§ 10-3-3217). Since no action was initiated to designate the subject property within the 30-day holdingperiod, the subject property is not considered to be a historic resource in the City of Beverly Hills.

PUBLIC OUTREACH AND NOTIFICATIONThe project requires mailed public notice within 100 feet of the subject property, along with the blockface, be mailed, and an on-site notice at the subject property be posted, ten (10) days prior to thehearing. The public notice for this project was mailed on Friday, August 21, 2015; the site was posted onFriday, August 21, 2015. To date staff has not received comments in regards to the submitted project.

Design Review Commission Report455 North Rexford Drive

September 3, 2015

Attachment A

Detailed Design Description

and Materials (applicant prepared)

City of Beverly Hills- Design Review ApplicationPage 3 of 13

SECTION 2— PROJECT DESCRIPTION I ZONING INFORMATIONA Indicate Requested Application:

Track 1 Application (Administrative Review)• Project must adhere to a pure architectural style identified in the City’s Residential

Design Style Catalogue. The Catalogue is available online at:http://www.beverlyhills.org/cbhfiles/storage/files/filebank/3435--Residential%2ODesign%2OCatalog%2OMay%202008.pdf

• Plans must be prepared and stamped by an architect licensed in the State of California.• Three (3) sets of plans required (see Section 6 for plan size requirements).

Track 2 Application (Commission Review)• Eight (8) sets of plans required (see Section 6 for plan size requirements).• Public Notice materials required (see Section 5 for public notice requirements).

B Briefly describe the architectural style(s) that you are proposing and how the proposedmaterials, finishes and proportions aid in achieving the style(s):

This is a French revival style using smooth stucco, conc. moldings, stone veneer at the entry, arched topwindows, wrought Iron balcony railing and slate mansard roof are used to achieve the style.

C Identify the Project Zoning (City Zoning Map available online at http://gis.beverlyhills.org/)

R-1 R-1.5X2 R-1.8XR-1X R-1.6XR-1.5X R-1.7X

D Site & Area Characteristics

Lot Dimensions: irregular 83.5 X 179.49 Lot Area (square feet): 14,990 sf

Adjacent Streets: Lomitas Ave. & Elevado Ave

E Lot is currently developed with (check all that apply):

jJ Single-Story Residence U Two-Story Residence

El Guest House I1 Accessory Structure(s)

Li Vacant L1 Other:

_______________________________________

F Are any protected trees located on the property? (See Beverly Hills Municipal Code Section 10-3-2900)?Yes NoIf YES, provide the following information:

Quantity Sizes Reason for Removal

Heritage:

Native:

Urban Grove:

G Has the existing residence been designed by a notable architect or is it identified on anyhistoric resource inventory, including the City of Beverly Residential Survey? (available online at:http://www.beverlyhilts.or/citygovernment/departments/communitvdevelopment/planning/historicpreservation/historicresou rces)

Yes No If yes, please list Architect’s name:

________________________________

Updated 4/8/2015

City of Beverly Hills- Design Review ApplicationPage 4 of 13

SECTION 3— PROJECT DETAILS AND MATERIALS (continues on next page)A Describe your public outreach efforts to adjacent neighbors and property owners:

The owner has contacted all adjacent neighbors and also the neighbors on the other side of the street

B Indicate the project zoning details pursuant to Beverly Hills Municipal Code Section 10-3-2400:Code Regulation Allowed By Code Existing Condition Proposed Condition

Height:

__________________________________________________________

Roof Plate Height:

Floor Area:

Rear Setbacks:

Side Setbacks:

Parking Spaces:

28-0’ 28-0” 28-0”22-0” 22-0’ 22-0”7,496 sf 4,132 sf 7,476 sf

45’ 55.9’ 55.875’

S/ 7-6” S/ 6-0” S/ 7’-6”@2nd FIr.

N/W 11-6” N/W 9.25’ N/W 12’-0”@2ndF4 2 4

C List the specific materials and finishes for all the architectural features of the project (Be Specific):FACADE (List all material for all portions visible from the street)

Material: Plaster, Conc. Moldings, Metal Awning, Clad Windows, Stone VeneerTexture /Finish: Smooth StuccoColor/Transparency: Cold Grey, Gray Tinted Glass

WINDOWS (Include frame, trim, glass, metal, etc)Material: Wood windows with aluminum cladTexture/Finish: Smooth AluminumColor/ Transparency: Dark Gray! Tinted Gray Glass

DOORS (Include frame, trim, glass, metal, etc)Material:

Texture /Finish:

Color / Transparency:

PEDIMENTSMaterial:

Texture /Finish:

Color! Transparency:

ROOF

Wood, Metal Ornaments and Reflective Glass

Stained With Visible wood Grains, Painted Dark Gray Metal

Weathered Gray Stain I Reflective Glass

Material:

Texture /Finish:

Color / Transparency:

CHIMNEY(S)Material:

Texture /Finish:

Color/ Transparency:

Quality Synthetic Slate

Chiseled Stone

Dark Gray

Concrete

Traverti ne Textured

Light Gray

CORBELSMaterial:

Texture/Finish:

Color / Transparency:

N/A

N/A

Updated 4/8/2015

City of Beverly Hills- Design Review Application

Page 5 of 13

SECTION 3— PROJECT DETAILS AND MATERIALS (continued from previous page)

COLUMNSMaterial: N/ATexture /Finish:

Color! Transparency:

BALCONIES & RAILINGSMaterial: Wrought IronTexture /Finish: PaintColor/Transparency: Dark Gray to match windows

TRELLIS, AWNINGS, CANOPIESMaterial: MetalTexture/Finish: Paint --

Color/Transparency: Dark Gray to match windows

DOWNSPOUTS I GUTTERSMaterial: MetalTexture/Finish: Flat PaintColor/ Transparency: Dark Gray to match windows

EXTERIOR LIGHTINGMaterial: Metal and GlassTexture/Finish: Smooth Factory PaintColor/ Transparency: Black/Clear Glass

PAVED SURFACESMaterial: Easting Conc. AggregateTexture /Finish: Aggregate

____________

Color/ Transparency: Gray

FREESTANDING WALLS AND FENCESMaterial: CMU, Plaster, Decorative Wrought IronTexture/Finish: Smooth Finish

______________________________________________________

Color/Transparency: Dove Gray to match Main Building

OTHER DESIGN ELEMENTSMaterial: N/ATexture /Finish:

Color / Transparency:

D Describe the proposed landscape theme. Explain how the proposed landscapingcomplements the proposed style of architecture:

_________________________

Landscape proposed theme follow old classical European / French style with combination of gray & earthtones to complement this French Revival style of architecture and clean cut hedges to add a charm to thewhole composition.

Updated 4/8/2015

City of Beverly Hills- Design Review ApplicationPage 6 of 13

SECTION 4— DESIGN ANALYSIS AND FINDINGSA Clearly identify how your project adheres to each of the required findings of the Design

Review Commission:

1. Describe how the proposed development’s design exhibits an internally compatible designscheme.

The architectural style of the building is French revival and it’s characteristics are, dark gray slate roof,wrought Iron railing on the balcony with round top french doors. Painted Metal awning at the entry door andstone veneer at the front facade furthermore enhances the European style architecture.

2. Describe how the proposed development’s design appropriately minimj es the appearance ofscale and mass, how the design enhances thearden like quality of the”iWnd appropriatelymaximizes the use of required open space within the proposed_architecjatsT.

The proposed design minimized the appearance of mass by pushing the entry way in and creating an entrycourt with elegant entry steps with landscaping on both sides.

3. Describe how the proposed_development will enhance the appearance of the neighborhood.

This french designed house with smooth style stucco and quality concrete molding and warm looking balconywith french doors and ornamental wrought iron railing designs bring the same of the charm that existsthroughout the City of Beverly Hills.

4. Describe how the proposed development is designed to balance the reasonable expectation ofthe development for the owner with the reasonable expectation of privacy of the neighbors.

The proposed design uses kind of plants in a style that secures the feel of privacy for the owner andrespecting the neighbor’s privacy as well.

5. Describe how the proposed development respects prevailing site design patterns, carefullyanalyzing the characteristics of the surrounding group of homes and integrates appropriatefeatures that will ensure harmony between old and new.

This style of the architecture with simple design elements was implemented by studying the existing types andstyles of single family residences throughout the neighborhood to ensure that there was a harmony among theexisting and this new proposed building.

Updated 4/8/2015

SUSAN HEALY KEENE, MCP I Director

PA] PATEL I City Building Official

RYAN GOHLICH I City PlannercBEVER LV)\HILLS/

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

455 North Rexford Drive, l’ Floor

Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Tel. (310) 285—1141

www.beverlyhills.org

CERTIFICATE OF DESIGN COMPLIANCE

I certify that the

City of Beverly Hills,4, Section 4, of Title

design and documentation of the Water Efficient Landscape located atcomplies with all the provisions of

Water Efficient Landscaping, Ordinance Number 09-0-2574, as codified in Article9 of the City of Beverly Hills Municipal Code.

Wet Signature of Licensed Landscape Date

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Attachment CDRAFT Approval Resolution

Design Review Commission Report455 North Rexford Drive

September 3, 2015

RESOLUTION NO. DR XX-15

RESOLUTION OF THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION OF THE CITY OFBEVERLY HILLS CONDITIONALLY APPROVING A REVISION TO A PREVIOUSR-1 DESIGN REVIEW PERMIT TO ALLOW CONSTRUCTION OF A SECONDSTORY AND A FACADE REMODEL TO AN EXISTING ONE-STORY SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE AT THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 718 NORTHROXBURY DRIVE (PL1513 188).

The Design Review Commission of the City of Beverly Hills hereby finds, resolves and determines

as follows:

Section 1. Behzad Attaie, agent, on behalf of DKG Development LLC, property owner

(Collectively the “Applicant”), has applied for a revision to a project that was previously granted an R-1

Design Review Permit for design approval of a second story addition and façade remodel to an existing

one-story single-family residence for the property located at 718 North Roxbury Drive which is located in

the city’s Central R-1 Zone.

Section 2. Beverly Hills Municipal Code Article 44, Chapter 3 of Title 10, authorizes the

Design Review Commission the authority to approve, approve with conditions or deny design-related

aspects of projects located in the city’s Central R-1 zone, subject to findings set forth in Beverly

Municipal Code Section 10-3-4415.

Section 3. Prior to the filing of the original Design Review application for the project, the

existing single family residence on the site was reviewed and found to be a potential historic resource

designed by a party listed on the City’s Master Architect list (Paul Laszlo). Pursuant to BHMC §10-3-

3218, any work involving a change in design, material, or appearance proposed on a property forty five

(45) years or older and designed by a person listed on the city’s list of master architects shall be subject

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to a thirty (30) day holding period prior to the issuance of permits. If, after the expiration of the final

period of time to act, the City Council has not taken an action on the application or initiation to

designate, then any pending permit(s) may be issued and demolition, alteration, or relocation of the

property may proceed (BHMC §10-3-3217). Since no action was initiated to designate the subject

property within the 30-day holding period, the subject property is not considered to be a historic

resource in the City of Beverly Hills and the processing of the pending demolition permit may proceed.

The subject project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA — Public Resources

Code §21000 — 21178), pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines in that the

project includes the review of building design, colors and materials to the façade of the building, front

yard landscaping or minor low-scaled accessory structures, such as fences or walls. The subject project

has been reviewed pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act

(CEQA— Public Resource Code Sections 21000, et seq.), the State CEQA Guidelines (California Code of

Regulations, Title 14, Sections 15000 et seq.), and the city’s local CEQA Guidelines. The subject project is

exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines in that

the project includes the review of building design, colors and materials to the façade of the building,

front yard landscaping or minor low-scaled accessory structures, such as fences or walls. It can be seen

with certainty that there is no possibility that the subject activity could result in a significant effect on

the environment. It can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the subject activity could

result in a significant effect on the environment.

Section 4. The Design Review Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing on

September 3, 2015 at which time oral and documentary evidence was received concerning the

application.

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Section 5. Based upon the evidence presented at the hearings, including the staff

report(s), oral and written testimony, the Design Review Commission hereby finds as follows with

respect to the R-1 Design Review Permit:

A. The proposed development’s design exhibits an internally compatible design scheme in

that the project’s proportions, form, fenestration, scale, mass, color and materials are representative of

the architectural style and design scheme chosen for the building. These design elements, including

existing or proposed landscaping, paving, or perimeter fencing or walls are internally compatible and

consistent with the overall design.

B. The proposed development’s design appropriately minimizes the appearance of scale

and mass and enhances the garden like quality of the city and appropriately maximizes the use of

required open space within the proposed architectural style. Specifically, the project, as conditioned,

complies with applicable provisions of the municipal code that regulate overall building size, height,

scale and mass. Additionally, the building provides appropriate building modulation and uses window

and other design components that minimize the visual bulk and mass. The garden quality of the city is

maintained through appropriately proportioned paving in the required front yard and with the

incorporation of existing or proposed plant material of appropriate sizes that complement the

architectural style and help reduce overall mass and scale.

C. The proposed development will enhance the appearance of the neighborhood in that

the new construction has been designed in context to the appearance, mass and scale of adjacent

properties and other properties in the neighborhood. The project includes the use of high quality

building materials and appropriately uses colors and design ornamentation that is appropriate to the

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neighborhood. Existing or new planting will promote the garden quality image and appearance of the

city, consistent with city goals and existing mature landscaping in the neighborhood.

D. The proposed development is designed to balance the reasonable expectation of

development for the owner with the reasonable expectation of privacy of neighbors. The City’s zoning

regulations set forth maximum building height and mass standards with which this project, as

conditioned, conforms. The project is being constructed in an urbanized environment and has other

adjacent and nearby residences. To provide a reasonable expectation of privacy, the Design Review

Commission, reviewed the placement of windows on the subject and adjacent properties, considered

the location of private outdoor areas and evaluated the projects proposed and neighbors existing

landscaping. Accordingly, based on this review, and as conditioned by this resolution, the project

balances reasonable expectations for privacy and development.

E. The proposed development respects prevailing site design patterns, carefully analyzing

the characteristics of the surrounding group of homes, and integrates appropriate features that will

ensure harmony between old and new. Specifically, the project has been designed with an internally

compatible architectural theme and is modulated in a manner that respects privacy and scale of

development to adjacent properties. The project design, proportionality and landscaping is compatible

with other properties in the general vicinity and the project reinforces a cohesive streetscape. In its

review the Design Review Commission carefully studied the proposed project in context to adjacent

properties and conducted individual site inspections or reviewed photographs of the surrounding group

of homes.

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Section 6. Based on the foregoing, the Design Review Commission hereby grants the

request defined in this resolution subject to the following conditions:

Project Specific Conditions

1. A consistent landscaping plan for the front yard shall be required which includes at least two

evergreen canopy trees, of a minimum 48” box size, subject to review and approval by the

Urban Design staff.

Standard Conditions

2. Design Approval. Project approval is for the design-related aspects of the project only. No

approval is implied or granted with regard to applicable city zoning or technical codes, which

may require review and approval from other city commissions or officials.

3. Compliance with Municipal Code. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall

demonstrate compliance with all applicable provisions of the city’s municipal code and

applicable conditions imposed by any discretionary review approval.

4. Compliance with Special Conditions. Any special conditions that require approval by the

director of community development, or designee, shall be submitted to the staff liaison to the

commission within fourteen (14) days of approval or prior to submittal of the plan check review

application, whichever is greater.

5. Project Rendering. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall incorporate into the

building permit set of plans, an updated color rendering of all building facades that are visible

from the public street. The quality and detail of the rendering shall be subject to approval from

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the Director of Community Development, or designee, and shall include sufficient design

information to evaluate project compliance during construction.

6. Approval Resolution. A copy of the signed resolution of approval shall be scanned onto the

cover sheet(s) of the building permit set of plans.

7. Substantial Compliance with Approved Plans. The director of community development, or

designee, shall determine if changes to the approved project are in substantial compliance with

the commission’s action. This determination shall be subject to applicable fees and charges. A

substantial modification to the approved project requires approval from the Design Review

Commission.

8. Covenant Recording. This resolution approving an R-1 Design Review Permit shall not become

effective until the owner of the Project site records a covenant, satisfactory in form and content

to the City Attorney, accepting the conditions of approval set forth in this resolution. The

covenant shall include a copy of the resolution as an exhibit. The Applicant shall deliver the

executed covenant to the Department of Community Development within 60 days of the

Planning Commission decision. At the time that the Applicant delivers the covenant to the City,

the Applicant shall also provide the City with all fees necessary to record the document with the

County Recorder. If the Applicant fails to deliver the executed covenant within the required 60

days, this resolution approving the Project shall be null and void and of no further effect.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Director of Community Development may, upon a request

by the Applicant, grant a waiver from the 60-day time limit if, at the time of the request, the

Director determines that there have been no substantial changes to any federal, state, or local

law that would affect the Project.

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9. Validity of Permits. The rights granted by this approval shall remain valid for three (3) years

from the date of approval, unless extended pursuant to Beverly Hills Municipal Code Section 10-

3-207.

10. Appeals. Decisions of the Design Review Commission may be appealed to the Planning

Commission within fourteen (14) days of the final action by filing a written appeal and paying

appropriate fees with the City Clerk.

Section 7. The Secretary of the Design Review Commission shall certify to the passage,

approval, and adoption of this resolution, and shall cause this resolution and its certification to be

entered in the administrative record maintained by the community development department.

Section 8. Decisions of the Design Review Commission may be appealed to the Planning

Commission within fourteen (14) days of the final action by filling a written appeal and paying

appropriate fees with the City of Beverly Hills City Clerk.

Approved as to Form and Content: Adopted: September 3, 2015

Ryan Gohlich, Commission Secretary Arline Pepp, ChairpersonCommunity Development Department Design Review Commission

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